Gian Steinbusch
Movie Park Germany has announced the new additions to this year’s winter season. From November 27, 2026, to January 5, 2027, the theme park in Bottrop-Kirchhellen will once again transform into an American-inspired Christmas movie set. The fourth edition of “Movie Park’s Hollywood Christmas” will introduce several new highlights, including an ice tubing slide, a revamped “Christmas Tree Celebration” and a festive version of the park’s anniversary parade. Several shows will also receive updates, while additional Christmas decorations and lighting will enhance the festive atmosphere throughout the park.
Across 21 selected event days, visitors can look forward to an extensive winter program featuring more than ten entertainment experiences. Over one million lights will create a festive atmosphere throughout the park. According to Movie Park Germany, further investments have been made in lighting and decorations for this year’s event.
One of the biggest changes involves the daily “Christmas Tree Celebration.” The ceremony surrounding the lighting of the park’s large Christmas tree will feature an entirely new storyline. Alongside the elves Holly and Jolly, the Nutcrackers and Santa Claus, the grumpy movie clapperboard S.A.D. will play a central role this year. Determined to prevent the Christmas tree from lighting up, S.A.D. attempts to disrupt the festivities. The revamped show will take place on every event day, marking the beginning of the evening as the park lights up for Christmas.
New Ice Tubing Slide and Winter Edition of the Anniversary Parade
Movie Park Germany is expanding its winter attractions this year with a new ice tubing slide. Developed in cooperation with Ice-World, the attraction allows visitors to slide down an icy slope on specially designed inflatable tubes. An additional fee will apply.
The large parade introduced to celebrate the park’s 30th anniversary will also receive a Christmas makeover. Under the name “Movie Park’s Parade of Celebration – Winter Edition,” festively decorated floats and various Christmas characters will make their way through the park. New choreography, musical performances and show stops will give the anniversary parade a festive winter atmosphere.
Several Christmas Shows Receive Updates
Alongside the new attractions and parade, Movie Park Germany will once again offer an extensive entertainment program. “The Great Christmas Magic Show – by Christian Farla” returns to Studio 7, combining illusions, acrobatics, dance and festive scenery. The storyline follows magician Christian Farla as he helps Santa Claus make sure all Christmas wishes come true in time for the holiday.
The “Night of Wonder” show at Van Helsing’s Club will also feature a new storyline this year. It centers on a young girl who unexpectedly encounters Santa Claus shortly before Christmas. The production combines live singing, dance and acrobatics.
At the Western Saloon, the family show “Meet Santa & Friends” will also introduce new elements. Santa Claus and his elves will present a new Christmas story accompanied by a selection of festive songs. On selected event days, the gospel choir Leslie B. Harmonies will provide additional musical entertainment.
Coca-Cola Christmas Truck Visits Movie Park Germany
A special one-day event is scheduled for November 29, 2026, when the famous Coca-Cola Christmas Truck makes a stop at Movie Park Germany.
The illuminated Freightliner truck will serve as a photo opportunity for visitors. Guests will also be able to take pictures with Santa Claus and use a specially designed selfie platform. The visit will be accompanied by a digital prize wheel, offering the chance to win various Christmas-themed Coca-Cola merchandise items.
Santa Experience Moves to the Event Center
For families with younger children, “Movie Park’s Santa Experience – From Hollywood to the North Pole” will receive a new presentation and move to a different location. The interactive experience will now take place in the Event Center near the park entrance.
At the heart of the experience is “Santa’s Enchanted Express,” which takes visitors on a three-minute journey to the North Pole. Once there, children can meet Santa Claus and his elves during a personal meet-and-greet. The experience requires an additional ticket, which can be purchased through the park’s online shop.
The “Kids Cookie & Christmas Factory” will also be located in the Event Center this year. Children can decorate Christmas cookies and take part in various arts and crafts activities. Additional food and beverage options will also be available in the area.
Ice Skating, Projection Mapping Show and Hollywood Christmas Lights Return
Alongside the new additions, many familiar elements of the winter event will return. These include the 360-square-meter covered ice skating rink. Curling-style ice stock sport, a projection mapping show and a variety of American-inspired food options will also be part of the program once again.
The Roxy 4-D Cinema will once again screen “Scrooge 4D: A Christmas Carol,” based on Charles Dickens’ famous Christmas story.
Each event day will conclude with “Hollywood Christmas Lights,” a nighttime spectacular combining fire, laser and lighting effects.
In addition, numerous regular attractions will remain open throughout the winter season. Alongside various family rides, visitors will also be able to experience selected roller coasters. However, attraction operations will depend on weather conditions. Water rides will remain closed during the winter event.
Movie Park’s Hollywood Christmas 2026: Dates and Information
The fourth edition of “Movie Park’s Hollywood Christmas” will take place from November 27, 2026, to January 5, 2027, across 21 selected event days. Alongside the park’s regular attractions, the event will focus on Christmas shows, festive lighting and a variety of winter activities.
Additional fees apply to certain experiences, including the new ice tubing slide and the Santa Experience. Further information about event dates and tickets is available on Movie Park Germany’s official website.
FAQs
This year’s winter season at Movie Park Germany runs from November 27, 2026, to January 5, 2027. The Christmas event will take place on 21 selected days during this period.
New additions include an ice tubing slide, a revamped “Christmas Tree Celebration” and “Movie Park’s Parade of Celebration – Winter Edition.” Several Christmas shows will also feature new content, while the Santa Experience will receive an updated presentation.
The entertainment lineup includes “The Great Christmas Magic Show – by Christian Farla,” “Night of Wonder,” “Meet Santa & Friends” and the nighttime finale “Hollywood Christmas Lights.” The park’s anniversary parade will also be presented in a special winter edition for the first time.
The Coca-Cola Christmas Truck will visit Movie Park Germany on November 29, 2026. Visitors can take photos with the illuminated truck and Santa Claus, as well as participate in a digital prize wheel.
Selected roller coasters and family attractions will remain open during the winter event. However, operations are weather-dependent, and water rides will remain closed.
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